Theodore S. Channing, Jr., was born February 26, 1935, in Masontown, Pennsylvania, to Mr. and Mrs. Theodore S. Channing, Sr. He married his bride, Glenda “Jean” Wilson on January 29, 1960. They had one daughter, Saundra, and one son, John.
Ted served in the United States Air Force at Mt. Home AFB, Idaho, and retired as a master sergeant after 20 years. After retirement, he moved his family to Texas so his wife could be close to her family. He worked at Scott and White Memorial Hospital as a master plumber, retiring after 22 years.
Ted and Jean were members of Canyon Creek Baptist Church where he served as deacon and director of Royal Ambassadors (RA) where he mentored young men and made lifelong friendships.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
He is survived by his daughter Saundra Channing, son John Channing, his sister June, and brother Roger.
Ted was blessed with 5 grandchildren Dylan Scott Edds, Justice (Olivia) Channing, Lacen Channing, Colbee (Kyla) Channing, and Coldon Channing; as well as 7 great-grandchildren Jaxon, Kolton, and Waylon Edds; Quint and Kailey Channing; Brodie Tittsworth; and Oaklynn Channing.
There will be a visitation Thursday, October 8, 2020, from 6 to 8 pm at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Friday, October 9, 2020, 10 am at Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home with burial to follow at Bellwood Memorial Cemetery.
Dad was dearly loved by many. A special thanks from our hearts to those who kept our daddy “alive and comfortable” with his diabetic medications and Cornerstone Gardens and Hospice STC4 Baylor Scott & White and all the nurses throughout this journey. Without your loving care, we would have said goodbye sooner. He wanted to be home but circumstances prevented that and we are thankful for a place at Cornerstone Gardens. Thanks to all the staff and nurses!
May God bless Doug Morris; he was Dad’s “Best-Last Man” for this service. Thank you for accepting. He loved you very much.
